Algerian war still divides French after 50 years

After 50 years, France remains divided over the Algerian war, a conflict which ended 132 years of colonial rule and almost tore French society apart.

Algerian Islamist leader warns govt to keep polls above board

An Islamist opposition party leader says Algeria's government will ignite unrest if it tries to rig elections in May to keep its grip on power.

Ten injured as Algerian cops quell bus queue riot

Police fired tear gas on protesters angry over unemployment and housing shortages in a southern Algerian gas town, injuring ten.

Botswana bows to Zim in Africa Cup of Nations warm-up

Botswana's 2012 Africa Cup of Nations players went on strike before being held 0-0 at home by an understrength Zimbabwe team in a warm-up game.

Algerian troops enter Mali to fight al-Qaeda

Algerian troops have crossed into Mali to help government forces combat groups affiliated to al-Qaeda, officials and witnesses have said.

Arab League: Syria to agree on mediators, peace talks

The Arab League expects Syria to agree soon to allow observers in to monitor and mediate the protection of civilians while peace talks get under way.

Algeria floods leave bodies in their wake

Torrential downpours in Algeria have killed at least 10 people and ruined hundreds of homes. A mother and her infant daughter are also

Libya likely to lose 2013 Africa Cup of Nations

Libya are likely to be replaced as 2013 Africa Cup of Nations hosts this week, with Algeria, Nigeria and SA prepared to take over the tournament.

Banyana demolished by Algeria at All Africa Games

Banyana Banyana were walloped 3-0 in the third-fourth place play-off match against Algeria at the All Africa Games in Maputo, Mozambique.

Al-Qaeda branch claims responsibility for Algeria bombing

Al-Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb says it carried out a twin suicide attack on an Algerian military academy that killed 18 people.

Algeria teachers take demands to president's doorstep

For nearly two weeks Algerian schoolteacher Hamou Benhamou has spent his days protesting outside the presidential administration.

Danny Jordaan loses Fifa executive committee bid

South African football official Danny Jordaan lost his bid to join Fifa's 24-man executive committee on Wednesday.

Algerian opposition announces new march

Algerian opposition leaders, emboldened by uprisings in Tunisia and Egypt, on Sunday announced a second protest march in the capital.

Algerian youths riot over food prices, unemployment

Hundreds of youths clashed with police in several cities in Algeria, including the capital, over food price rises and chronic unemployment.

Where to, Africa?

Look no further than Nigeria, the DRC, Algeria, Sudan and our own backyard to get a glimpse of what’s to come. Adekeye Adebajo reports

Polisario chief extends hand to Morocco

The head of the Western Sahara's pro-independence force said the group will attend talks with Morocco in December with a "hand extended for peace".

Goodwill hunting

There are no price tags on anything for sale in Algiers. Bongani Ncube learns to haggle.

Black Stars find space to shine

Of the six African teams at the World Cup only Ghana have adapted to the hard-working demands of modern football tactics.

Misery for Africa

Nigerian legend Austin 'Jay Jay' Okocha thinks Africa's misery at the Soccer World Cup is because of bad administration and players' lack of passion.

Algeria play for Africa and Arab world, not France

Algeria coach Rabah Saadane claimed his team will be representing more than just their countrymen when they face USA in a World Cup Group C clash.

Player plunder

European countries still find it easy to lure the best African soccer talent thanks to the modern-day bait of sheer economic might.

'No security concerns for Egypt, Algeria clash'

Afcon organisers are confident that they will avoid violent clashes between supporters when rivals Algeria and Egypt clash in Thursday's semifinal.

Bouazza fired up ahead of Afcon semifinal

Playing defending champions Egypt on Thursday in an Africa Cup of Nations semifinal is a dream come true for Algeria hero Hameur Bouazza.

Shaky display in Angola

The recent disappointing start to the Africa Cup of Nations suggests that there is still a long way to go before the continent can conquer the world.

Angola, Algeria through to Afcon quarterfinals

Angola and World Cup qualifiers Algeria joined holders Egypt and Côte d'Ivoire in the Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinals on Monday.

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